Heywards Heath

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

England

Heywards Heath

Luxulyan Trail The Luxulyan trail in Cornwall, UK. — Luxulyan Trail Credit: Nathan Hadley

Heywards Heath is a picturesque town located in West Sussex, England. Situated on the edge of the stunning South Downs, this idyllic town offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. With a population of around 40,000, Heywards Heath is known for its friendly community and welcoming atmosphere.

The town is surrounded by breathtaking countryside, including the famous Ashdown Forest, which inspired A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh stories. The South Downs National Park is also just a stone's throw away, offering visitors and residents alike the chance to explore miles of rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and stunning coastal views.

In addition to its natural wonders, Heywards Heath boasts a wide range of amenities and facilities. The town center is home to a variety of shops, boutiques, and restaurants, providing a vibrant and bustling atmosphere. The town also has excellent transportation links, with a train station that offers frequent services to London and Brighton.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Heywards Heath offers an array of opportunities. The nearby Sussex Moorland is perfect for hiking and birdwatching, while the local golf courses provide a challenge for golf enthusiasts. The town also has several parks and open spaces, ideal for picnics and leisurely strolls.

Overall, Heywards Heath, Cornwall is a charming town that offers a mix of natural beauty and modern conveniences. Whether you are looking to relax in the tranquil countryside or explore the bustling town center, Heywards Heath has something for everyone.

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Heywards Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.365359/-4.7371544 or Grid Reference SX0555. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Luxulyan Trail

The Luxulyan trail in Cornwall, UK.

Nathan Hadley

Eden Project - Rainforest Biome

The Rainforest Biome Link

at the Eden Project houses the largest rainforest in the world, with over 1,000 varieties of plants

Lauren

View across the Eden Project including the domes and garden from the east side of the park

Tom Page

Western domes at the Eden Project taken from the entrance to the park through the visitor centre

Tom Page

Rainforest Biome, Eden Project

The Eden Project was conceived in the mid 1990s by local record producer Tim Smit as an educational facility, by showcasing plants used for food and medicinal purposes. Work on the site started in 1998 with the project officially opening to the public on 17 March 2001. Utilising a recently decommissioned former china clay pit, the centrepiece consists of two large greenhouses, to create Biomes climatically controlled to provide conditions for Mediterranean and rainforest plants respectively. These are entered by a connecting entrance area. Also in the site is an educational centre and art gallery called The Core (opened in 2005), a stage (hosting an annual music festival among other events) and a large visitors’ centre. The whole area is landscaped with further planting. All soil both inside and outside the Biomes was made for the Project, that in the Biomes from composted bark and that in the landscaping from recycled domestic green waste. It is one of the top visitor attractions in Cornwall, attracting around a million visitors each year.

PAUL FARMER

Bridge Street, St Blazey

St Blazey (Cornish: Lanndreth) is a small town in Cornwall, 3 miles (4.8 km) east of St Austell. The town takes its name from the Armenian Saint Blaise who, in Christian tradition, is believed to have "cure[d] toothache, sore throats and cattle diseases". The local mining industries once dominated the town; historically copper and tin were mined in and around the parish, whilst more recently china clay has been the principal commodity mined. SX0554 : The Eden Project is located about a mile and a half (2 km) from the centre of the town and the large number of visitors this attracts has led to the development of tourism in the town. St Blazey. (2022, April 23). In Wikipedia. Link

David Dixon

Bus Stop near Doubletrees School

The A390 runs for 60 miles between Tavistock and a roundabout with the A30 at Three Burrows, 5 miles north west of the city of Truro in Cornwall, via Lostwithiel, St Blazey, and St Austell. It is an important road as it forms part of the main route (the Truro to Dobwalls section) from Truro to Plymouth. It can be used to travel along the spine of Cornwall as a more leisurely drive instead of using the A30.

David Dixon

The Four Lords, St Austell Rd

Pub/restaurant on the A390 at St Blazey Gate.

David Dixon

Rose Hill, St Blazey

David Dixon

Church Hill, St Blazey

Historic England). The local mining industries once dominated the town; historically copper and tin were mined in and around the parish, whilst more recently china clay has been the principal commodity mined. SX0554 : The Eden Project is located about a mile and a half (2 km) from the centre of the town and the large number of visitors this attracts has led to the development of tourism in the town. St Blazey. (2022, April 23). In Wikipedia. Link

David Dixon